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Asteroid Day takes place annually on June 30. It is a global awareness campaign where people from around the world come together to learn about asteroids, the impact hazard they may pose, and what we can do to protect our planet, families, communities, and future generations from future asteroid impacts. Asteroid Day is held each year on the anniversary of the largest impact in recent history, the 1908 Tunguska event in Siberia. A relatively small asteroid, about 40 meters across or the size of a modest office building, devastated an unpopulated area about the size of a major metropolitan city. Regionally organised large and small events are held on Asteroid Day, and range from lectures and other educational programmes to live concerts and broader community events, to raise public awareness of the need for increased detection and tracking of asteroids.

Astronomers Without Borders is a global astronomy community. Astronomy enthusiasts, educators, and others around the world participate in programs that create interaction and cooperation through common interests in all aspects of astronomy including observing, outreach, the arts in astronomy and more. Our common heritage of astronomy, which is present in the traditions of every culture, is a perfect platform for bringing us together across cultural and geopolitical borders. Astronomers Without Borders’ signature program, Global Astronomy Month, has become the largest annual celebration of astronomy with a diverse range of programs and participation from over 100 countries.

The Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP) was founded in February 1889, the first national astronomical organization to be established in the United States. Although its name was a reminder of its origins on the Pacific Coast, it soon drew members from around the country and the world.
ASP believes astronomy is a fundamentally democratic science, with the cosmos equally accessible to all people regardless of age, gender, background, ethnicity, economic status, or abilities. ASP envisions a world where people of all ages and backgrounds engage in astronomy and share their passion for astronomy with others. Through its materials, resources, and programs, the ASP promotes public science interest, engagement, and literacy through the awe and wonder of astronomy and related fields.

Since our founding in 2010, our impact and influence in advancing the goal of landing humans on Mars has been unquestionable. But our most significant work is about to unfold, as we continue in 2017 to expand and accelerate our numerous programs and projects. Through programs such as the Humans to Mars Summit, the Mars Affordability Initiative, and Why Mars workshops, we bring space stakeholders, policy makers, and others together to tackle the tough issues that have frequently divided them. We have launched technical projects such as ExoLance, which is building momentum and should make great strides forward in 2017. Our active outreach to policy makers, elected officials, and others has been extremely successful, as we have built (and will continue to build) relationships with key decision makers.

International Astronautical Federation (IAF) was founded in 1951 and has since grown into the world’s leading space advocacy organisation, with 226 members in 59 countries, including all the world’s leading space agencies, companies, societies, associations and institutes. The IAF hold numerous conferences and workshops, including the world’s premier annual space conference, the International Astronautical Congress (IAC).

In 2019, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) is celebrating its 100th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the IAU is organising a year-long celebration to increase awareness of a century of astronomical discoveries as well as to support and improve the use of astronomy as a tool for education, development and diplomacy under the central theme “Under One Sky”.

The centennial celebrations will stimulate worldwide interest in astronomy and science and will reach out to the global astronomical community, national science organisations, societies, policy-makers, students, families and the general public.

International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide celebration of lunar science and exploration held annually since 2010. One day each year, everyone on Earth is invited to observe and learn about the Moon together, and to celebrate the cultural and personal connections we all have with our nearest neighbor. The event occurs in September or October, when the Moon is around first quarter. A first quarter Moon is visible in the afternoon and evening, a convenient time for most hosts and participants. Furthermore, the best lunar observing is typically along the dusk/dawn terminator, where shadows are the longest, rather than at full Moon.

The Moon Village Association (MVA) is an non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Vienna. Its goal is the creation of a permanent global informal forum for stakeholders like governments, industry, academia and the public interested in the development of the Moon Village. The MVA fosters cooperation for existing or planned global moon exploration programs, be they public or private initiatives. It comprises approximately 150 members from more than 34 countries around the globe, representing a diverse array of technical, scientific, cultural and interdisciplinary fields.

Founded in 1983, the Space Foundation is the foremost advocate for all sectors of space, and is a global, nonprofit leader in space awareness activities, educational programs and major industry events, including the annual Space Symposium, all in support of its mission “to advance space-related endeavors to inspire, enable and propel humanity.”

The Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) works on the international, national and local level to link together university students and young professionals to think creatively about international space policy issues and inject the new generation point of view into international space policy creation.

Founded in 1999, SpaceRef is a new media company focused on the space sector and based out of Reston, Virginia. The company maintains four online properties including, SpaceRef, SpaceRef Business, NASA Watch, and the Astrobiology Web. SpaceRef Interactive Canada Inc., a separate Canadian corporation, maintains the SpaceRef Canada online property.
SpaceRef is a pioneer in news aggregation but also creates original content in the form of timely news stories, coverage of ongoing events and unique editorial content.
SpaceRef is open to a variety of business opportunities and welcomes partnerships, sponsorships, social media promotion and other business development opportunities.

Space for Humanity is a non-profit organization founded to shape the future of space travel and policy. Space for Humanity’s ultimate goal is to democratize access to space by granting the opportunity for citizens from all over the world to travel into space regardless of their financial resources. Today, fewer than 600 people have been to space in the history of the world. The majority of these astronauts have been men, and most (85%) have been citizens of Western nations. Space For Humanity believes that the future of space travel must be democratized, and in doing so, that we can inspire the next generation’s passion for math, science, leadership, and social change as we ignite a higher level of consciousness to face our most intractable challenges.

SpaceWatch.Global (previously SpaceWatch Middle East) is a digital magazine and portal for those interested in space and the far-reaching impact that space developments have. While showcasing the technology that enables the industry to edge closer to the next frontier, SpaceWatch.Global also provides analysis, forecasts and insight into the geopolitical implications of space developments. The Middle East, for example, is one of the most consequential regions in the world and as it pursues its unprecedented space ambitions, it is expected to be the fastest-growing market for years to come. From space policy, exploration and missions to space weapons and technology, we provide a complete perspective on the Middle East space sector and expanding into a global market.

With your support, The Planetary Society sponsors projects that will seed innovative space technologies, nurtures creative young minds, and is a vital advocate for our future in space. We create. We educate. We advocate.

The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) works to promote international cooperation in the peaceful use and exploration of space, and in the utilisation of space science and technology for sustainable economic and social development. The Office assists any United Nations Member States to establish legal and regulatory frameworks to govern space activities and strengthens the capacity of developing countries to use space science technology and applications for development by helping to integrate space capabilities into national development programmes.

Universe Awareness is an IAU- and UNESCO-endorsed education organization. The aim of UNAWE is to use astronomy and space to inspire young children (ages 4-10), particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to develop an interest in science and technology. UNAWE also aims to use the vastness and beauty of the Universe to broaden children’s minds, thereby stimulating a sense of global citizenship and tolerance.

WIA-Europe is part of a Global Network and based in Europe with collaborations around the world. We are an active ambassador for aerospace (Networking, Awards, Grants, Mentoring, Training, Lectures, Visits) and we join forces with partners and corporate members (Key players from agencies, academia and industry). We are passionate about increasing diversity in the aerospace sector in all working positions. It offers the opportunities to expanding women’s visibility in terms of leadership and competence. Being a part of our ever-growing network means benefiting from our programmes and special member offers, as well as connecting with likeminded professionals through our local communities. We organise regional events and participate to international events regularly featuring speakers and panel discussions on a broad spectrum of aerospace issues, including aeronautics, human spaceflight and exploration, science, remote sensing, telecommunications, robotic missions, commercial space, space tourism, and the policy issues surrounding these fields. Our Local Groups are strong, ever-growing and dynamic units that meet regularly for networking events, trainings and lectures. These events include professional trainings and workshops with qualified trainers and coaches, company visits, mentoring evenings or simply chatting over drinks and dinner. All local groups are free to organise a programme that matches the expectations of the local WIA community. We offer various levels of individual and corporate membership, with benefits for both the corporate members and their employees.

Yuri’s Night is an annual celebration of the first manned spaceflight by cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin on 12 April 1961, and the launch of NASA’s Space Shuttle Columbia 20 years later to the day.